Weather & Climate in Cappeln, Germany
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cappeln experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 29.9 sq mi (77.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 210/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8105°N, 8.1141°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
104 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| May 16, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.7 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2003 | 2 km NE of Hörstel, Germany | M4.3 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 1 km W of Dünsen, Germany | M4.0 | 37 km | 10 km |
| Aug 8, 2006 | 1 km E of Baflo, Netherlands | M3.8 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 3 km NW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.8 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 5 km SSE of Schapen, Germany | M3.7 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Tecklenburg, Germany | M3.7 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Aug 3, 1992 | 0 km ESE of Holzwickede, Germany | M3.6 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 1995 | 2 km SW of Saerbeck, Germany | M3.6 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2013 | 1 km NE of Usquert, Netherlands | M3.4 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2008 | 6 km SW of Recke, Germany | M3.4 | 62 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 2012 | 1 km NNE of Loppersum, Netherlands | M3.4 | 109 km | 3 km |
| Nov 24, 1990 | 3 km E of Dortmund, Germany | M3.4 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1998 | 2 km N of Werne, Germany | M3.2 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Dec 14, 1990 | 3 km NNW of Dortmund, Germany | M3.2 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Jun 4, 1992 | 4 km W of Lanstrop, Germany | M3.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Oct 25, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Dortmund, Germany | M3.2 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 1992 | 2 km WNW of Bergkamen, Germany | M3.2 | 136 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2001 | 4 km NE of Bergkamen, Germany | M3.2 | 133 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2019 | 1 km E of Warffum, Netherlands | M3.2 | 121 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in |
Cappeln has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.9").